Smart Growth: A Pratical Approach

Description

This course is designed for a braod audience of private and public sector planners, designers and real estate professionals. It will be of particular interest to those who have had some previous exposure to smart growth principles.

The course will explore the following topics:
What is "smart growth"? Political and functional definitions
Case studies detailing the variety of approaches used in the Washington DC region
Effective planning tools for smart growth
Proven techniques for citizen engagement
Best practices from around the country
Up to date information on the most compelling emerging issues